For Conrad, it has always been about the story. In childhood, Conrad could most often be found reading and writing under his front-yard oak tree. In adolescence, he  studied how stories are told; becoming classically trained as an actor at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Though the medium has changed along the way, narrative has remained the focus. Conrad writes music with narrative. His songs and  live performances are layered with wit and double-entendre; imbued with a spirit of play.